This Week In The Garden with Peter Seabrook

Happy New Year to all.

This week Peter speaks to Richard Salmon of Pro Lawn Care. Richard's expertise is immediately apparent as he gives some very useful tips on how to make the most of our lawns, whether they need a little attention and care or complete overhaul.

You can find out more about Richard and his business here: https://prolawncareuk.com/

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This week Peter resumes his conversation with Doug Harris who explains how Pipe Grafting can yield impressive results, tells the story of his businesses' roots and shares some of the questions he's been asked and most baffled by.

Elsewhere Peter has news and is stumped by a listener's question.

If you have the answer or would like to send your own question or message to Peter, write to: Thisweekinthegarden@gmail.com

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Peter is joined by Chris Wiley of Sow Successful. Chris is part of the Young People in Horticulture Association (YPHA) and an expert grower of Hellebores.

Peter has visited Westminster this week to make the case for Peat and tells the story. There are also listener's emails and some tips.

Write to Peter at ThisWeekInTheGarden@gmail.com.

You can visit Chris' Website here: https://www.sow-successful.com/

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Peter is joined by Henry Oakley this week, a doctor and orchid expert. Henry has written a number of books on both orchids and the role plants play in medicine. Henry gives some tips on how to think about and care for orchids and gives some fascinating information about the history of plants and medicine.

You can find Henry's books here: http://www.oakeleybooks.com/

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Peter jumps on a plane to visit the International Floriculture Trade Fair. He brings us some interviews from the Netherlands, highlighting what might be some interesting new plants and products as well as offering his perspective on the reopening of the world following the pandemic restrictions.

If you'd like to write to Peter, send your emails to thisweekinthegarden@gmail.com

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Peter is joined by John Massey of Ashwoord Nurseries, John is an expert on Hepaticas and gives some valuable insights and tips on how to prepare the garden for winter. Elsewhere, Peter offers some winter tips of his own, as well as the weekly news and diary.

If you'd like to find out more about John's garden visit Ashwood's website here:

ashwoodnurseries.com

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Peter is joined by Michael Warren, one of our most celebrated horticultural photographers. The conversation takes in how Michael became enthused with both plants and photography and Michael gives us some tips on how to take better photographs.

Elsewhere Peter has news, questions and answers.

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Peter is joined by Nicola Spence of DEFRA to discuss the measures in place to keep plants healthy, protecting business and the nation's food supply.

Some web addresses were mentioned in the interview

https://planthealthportal.defra.gov.uk/

https://treealert.forestresearch.gov.uk/

https://www.rhs.org.uk/

And if you'd like to donate to the Gofundme Peter mentioned, you can find it here:

https://uk.gofundme.com/f/help-children-r...

Peter is joined by Graham Ross, who calls in from New South Wales. Graham is a seasoned broadcaster with a long career presenting on Australian TV and Radio. Graham tells Peter about some of his favourite places to visit around the world from the perspective of a broadcaster, tour guide and enthusiast.

You can hear Graham's show The Garden Clinic here: https://www.2gb.com/show/the-garden-clinic/

Peter begins the chelsea season with some quick impressions from an organisational perspective before speaking with Phil Tremayne the General Manager of the Professional Landscaper's Association. Phil and Peter talk about what goes into a landscaping project and how to coordinate with other garden professionals.

If you have a question, comment or tip for Peter, write to ThisWeekInTheGarden@gmail.com

Peter is rushed off his feet this week, he brings us up to speed with the activities that have been occupying him, offers some tips for Tomato growing and has a chat with Francesca Ablett, recipient of the David Colgrave Horticultural Research Scholarship.

You can find out more about the David Colgrave Foundation here: http://davidcolegravefoundation.org.uk/

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